New Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome Forum

Section dedicated to the new camera

By PF Staff in Site News on Apr 24, 2023

By popular demand, we have recently added a dedicated forum section where you can discuss the new Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome and all things related to the exciting new monochrome DSLR.

The camera has seen overwhelming demand since its announcement on April 12th. In the US, pre-orders are being accepted at B&H Photo, Adorama, and directly from Ricoh.  Sources indicate that the first production run of this camera has already sold out.  However, it is not a limited edition model, so pre-orders will be fulfilled on a first-come, first served basis.

Click here to continue the K-3 III Monochrome forum

Pentax K-3 III eBook Version 1.5 Released

Overhauled figures, Harubeni samples, and more AF tips

By PF Staff in Site News on Apr 8, 2023

Today we are happy to announce our fifth update to the Pentax K-3 Mark III: The Ultimate Guide eBook. As the name implies, this eBook is a comprehensive guide to help you get the most out of your K-3 III camera. It focuses on practical use cases and real-word tips, and is thus the perfect supplement to the verbose owner's manual.

If you already own the eBook, download the new version for free here.

Otherwise, you may purchase the eBook here.

A key highlight of this update is that we have improved the illustrations by adding arrows, labels, and side-by-side menu screenshots to illustrate exactly how to navigate to some of the camera's less intuitive settings.  We have also added new sections and tips related to focusing, and of couse added samples of the new Harubeni (Spring) custom image mode.

  • Focusing
    • Added a section about back button autofocus.
    • Added a section about focus point selection in vertical and horizontal orientations
    • Clarified information about the selection of the focus point with manual focus lenses due to a behavior change with new firmware versions.
  • Image Capture
    • Added samples from, and recommendations for, the new Custom Image mode Harubeni

  • Layout
    • Improved or added screen captures to highlight how to access settings in menus
    • Streamlined general layout, image sizing, and positioning.

The full list of changes, and revised sections, can be found on the second-to-last page of the eBook itself.  In case you have printed the eBook and would like to update the print copy, only the sections explicitly mentioned have substantively changed.

Special Offer

Save $5 on the Pentax K-3 III eBook 
First enter the coupon code EBOOKS2023 at the bottom of the page above, before beginning checkout. This offer is only available until April 15th. (free forum account required to purchase and download)

Written from the ground up, this is the our first new eBook since Yvon Bourque, the author of all prior Pentax eBooks, passed away in 2020. We hope to honor Yvon's legacy by continuing making similar eBooks available to the Pentax community for newer Pentax models.  Free, ongoing updates to the K-3 III eBook are planned throughout 2023.

Learn more about the K-3 III eBook in the forum announcement, or download a sample today!

The new eBook is available exclusively via PentaxForums.com.

Pentax K-3 III eBook Version 1.4 Released

In-depth overview of Custom Image modes, better figures, and more!

By PF Staff in Site News on Feb 19, 2023

Today we are thrilled to announce our fourth update to the Pentax K-3 Mark III: The Ultimate Guide eBook. As the name implies, this eBook is a comprehensive guide to help you get the most out of your K-3 III camera. It focuses on practical use cases and real-word tips, and is thus the perfect supplement to the verbose owner's manual.

If you already own the eBook, download the new version for free here.

Otherwise, you may purchase the eBook here.

This is our largest update to date, with one highlight being the addition of in-depth content on the different Custom Image modes, as well as comparative examples of the special Fuyuno, Satobi, and Kyushu modes.  Other key changes include:

  • Added Section with details on Custom Image settings and examples of Fuyuno, Satobi, Kyushu.
  • Updated product images with labels, arrows and identifiers throughout Chapter 2 and other sections.
  • New sections corresponding to Firmware v1.70:
    • Added information about using the virtual focus limiter.
    • Added information about the HD D FA 100mm F2.8 AW Macro.
  • Expanded information on Eye AF settings
  • Expanded Memory Card tips.

The full list of changes, and revised sections, can be found on the second-to-last page of the eBook itself.  In case you have printed the eBook and would like to update the print copy, only the sections explicitly mentioned have changed.

Special Offer

Save $5 on the Pentax K-3 III eBook 
Enter the coupon code EBOOKS2023 at the bottom of the page above. This offer is only available until March 1st. (free forum account required to purchase and download)

Written from the ground up, this is the our first new eBook since Yvon Bourque, the author of all prior Pentax eBooks, passed away in 2020. We hope to honor Yvon's legacy by continuing making similar eBooks available to the Pentax community for newer Pentax models.  Free, ongoing updates to the K-3 III eBook are planned throughout 2023.

Learn more about the K-3 III eBook in the forum announcement, or download a sample today!

The new eBook is available exclusively via PentaxForums.com.

Pentax K-3 III eBook Version 1.3 Released

Expanded coverage of AF features, recommended settings, and more

By PF Staff in Site News on Jan 2, 2023

Today we are thrilled to announce our third update to the Pentax K-3 Mark III: The Ultimate Guide eBook. As the name implies, this eBook is a comprehensive guide to help you get the most out of your K-3 III camera. It focuses on practical use cases and real-word trips, and is thus the perfect supplement to the verbose owner's manual.

If you already own the eBook, download the new version for free here.

Otherwise, you may purchase the eBook here.

This update incorporates several suggestions submitted by our users.  It expands coverage of the K-3 III's expansive autofocus functionality, includes recommended settings for a variety of shooting scenarios, and adds a new section on wildlife photography. 

The full list of changes, and revised sections, can be found on page 177.  In case you have printed the eBook and would like to update the print copy, only the sections explicitly mentioned have changed.

Special Offer

Save $5 on the Pentax K-3 III eBook 
Enter the coupon code EBOOKS2023 at the bottom of the page above. This offer is only available until January 15th. (free forum account required to purchase and download)

Written from the ground up, this is the our first new eBook since Yvon Bourque, the author of all prior Pentax eBooks, passed away in 2020. We hope to honor Yvon's legacy by continuing making similar eBooks available to the Pentax community for newer Pentax models.  Free, ongoing updates to the K-3 III eBook are planned throughout 2023.

Learn more about the K-3 III eBook in the forum announcement, or download a sample today!

The new eBook is available exclusively via PentaxForums.com.

Announcing the Pentax K-3 Mark III eBook

Practical, 160+ page guide to the Pentax flagship camera

By PF Staff in Site News on Sep 5, 2022

Today we are thrilled to announce that the Pentax K-3 III eBook has been completed, and is just around the corner: it will be available right here on the forum in one week, on September 12th, and is now available for purchase!

Pentax K-3 Mark III: The Ultimate Guide, as the name implies, is meant to be a comprehensive guide to help you get the most out of your K-3 III camera. It focuses on practical use cases and real-word trips, and is thus the perfect supplement to the highly verbose owner's manual.

Introductory Offer

Save $10 (25%) on the Pentax K-3 III eBook by pre-purchasing your copy today
This offer will only be available until September 12th. (free forum account required to purchase and download)

This is the first new eBook since Yvon Bourque, the author of all prior Pentax eBooks, passed away in 2020. We hope to honor Yvon's legacy by continuing making similar eBooks available to the Pentax community for newer Pentax models.

Learn more about the K-3 III eBook in the forum announcement, or download a sample today!

The new eBook is available exclusively via PentaxForums.com.

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